Enjoy meeting many strolling musicians with their hand-cranked grinder organs. Holding its own is the Mighty, Majestic, Military Band Organ of the Empire State in the Carousel Pavilion. Throughout the day, artisans are eager to talk about the historic buildings, their skills, and 19th-century history.

Organ Restoration

At 3:00–3:30 pm on Saturday, Ben Gottfried reveals the secrets of restoring carousel organs. Hear about his restoration of a Jimmy Verbeeck organ and a Mortier organ, recently exhibited in Honesdale, PA. Ben maintains the band organ of the Empire State Carousel. (Talk given in Main Barn, south end.)

Refreshments

The Farmers' Museum Store: merchandise based on the history and culture of New York State and rural America. Handcrafted items produced by our highly skilled staff and local artisans are featured. A section containing toys, games, books and crafts will please children of all ages! (located in the Herders Cottage)

Admission to all Step Back in Time weekends is included with regular museum admission. Members of the New York State Historical Association enjoy free admission.Join today!

Through Labor Day, active-duty military and up to five family members are admitted free, through the Blue Star Museum program.

All "Step Back in Time" weekends this year are sponsored in part by NBT Bank.